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Five transfer targets to REVITALISE Newcastle

Next picture As rumours that Demba Ba could leave in January persist, Newcastle may have to bring in another striker. With the market for capable hitmen frightfully inflated, Toon scouts will need to keep their eyes peeled for an affordable replacement. One player they could consider is Marseille's Loic Remy. A one-time target for Tottenham, Remy could be available for around £10m, however, like Ba, Remy has a history of injuries, and is currently sidelined. Click the arrow for more transfer targets...

As rumours that Demba Ba could leave in January persist, Newcastle may have to bring in another striker. With the market for capable hitmen frightfully inflated, Toon scouts will need to keep their eyes peeled for an affordable replacement. One player they could consider is Marseille's Loic Remy. A one-time target for Tottenham, Remy could be available for around £10m, however, like Ba, Remy has a history of injuries, and is currently sidelined. Click the arrow for more transfer targets...

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By talkSPORT magazine | Wednesday, November 28, 2012

 

Following an incredible 2011/12 season, Newcastle are finding the current campaign much more difficult. Despite an encouraging start, Alan Pardew's side are slowly sliding down the the table and are now just four points off the relegation zone.

A combination of fixture congestion and injuries have been blamed, and with news that midfield playmaker Yohan Cabaye and defender Steven Taylor will be sidelined until February, the situation doesn't look like it will improve anytime soon.

The best solution for Pardew is to strengthen in January and owner Mike Ashley is believed to be prepared to hand the Toon boss a reasonable transfer budget.

Click on the arrow to see five potential transfer targets who could revitalise Newcastle in the new year.

Which of these targets should Newcastle look to bring in during January? Which areas do they need to strengthen? Let us know your thoughts by commenting below...